St Catherine’s Association Award Applications 2012
Applications to: association@stcatherines.info
Deadline: Tuesday 1st May, 2012
Applications will be reviewed and considered in at the PTA and Old Girls Committee meetings. Decisions will be communicated to applicants on Friday 1st June, 2012 and awards will be presented at Speech Day.
All applications must be received electronically by 1st May 2012 along with any supporting files e.g. photos, maps, illustrations. The Application form (see below) can be downloaded.
Successful applicants will be required to submit a report for the School website and Magazine by 1st September after their return and make a presentation on Association Day, 1st day of Autumn Term.
Things to include in your application (1,000 words max)
- Your contact details. If the application is on behalf of more than one person – provide all applicants details.
- Destination and route of travel.
- Mode of transport to be used.
- Duration of the expedition.
- Field your expedition is in.
- Why should your application receive an award?
- Details of voluntary work undertaken in country of destination and how this will impact on the local community there and or
- how this trip will enhance your work experience or education.
- Rough budget of estimated expenditure.
- Details of how you will fund the balance of the money needed.
- Provide web links and attach maps, photos, and illustrations where applicable to support the application.
Queries and questions to association@stcatherines.info or Jo Dowling on 01483 899 754 or visit the Foundation Office in the Senior School, adjacent to the Chapel entrance.
Rosamond Raymond Travel Bursary 2012: £500
For expeditions undertaken Post AS and Post A-Level girls (L6 and U6 girls)
The Old Girls’ Committee of the St Catherine’s Association administers a bursary fund which is generously funded by St Catherine’s Old Girl, Rosamond Raymond. Mrs Raymond has a particular interest in conservation and the environment and applications in these fields are very welcome; however application will be accepted and considered for all projects or expeditions overseas.
The Old Girls Committee must be satisfied that the project or expedition is worthwhile and that the applicant is able to raise the balance of the money required.
Applicants should submit an application form setting out their plans and giving reasons why the Old Girl’s Committee might award a Rosamond Raymond Travel Bursary towards their costs.
PTA Project Award 2012
For expeditions taken Post A-Level (U6 girls)
The PTA currently offers a number of financial awards to girls who wish to undertake worthwhile projects post A-Level. These awards are made available to any project irrespective of geographical location and can be undertaken during the summer holidays immediately following A-Levels or as part of a gap year programme. Any girl in her final year is eligible to apply.
Financial support may be sought for a wide range of projects including participation in charity work in the UK, targeted work experience to support further education and working on a project in a developing country. The PTA must be satisfied that the project will benefit the community to which it relates.
Applicants should submit an application form detailing their project, and giving reasons why the PTA might contribute towards their costs, what those costs, how much you would like the PTA to fund and how you are planning to raise the rest.
Old Girls’ Travel Bursary: £600
For expeditions taken Post A-Level (U6 girls)
The Old Girls’ Committee of the St Catherine’s Association administers and funds a bursary of £600 a year which can be awarded to one girl or shared amongst deserving applicants.
The Old Girls Committee must be satisfied that the project or expedition is worthwhile and that the applicant is able to raise the balance of the money required. The Expedition can last between 2 and 12 months during the summer holidays after A-Levels or during a gap year.
Any overseas projects that benefit the local community in the destination country will be considered. It is essential that you have parental permission and you need to demonstrate that you can raise the rest of the money required for the trip. The funds must be returned if the trip is cancelled for any reason.
Applicants should submit an application form setting out their plans and giving reasons why the Old Girl’s Committee might award a Travel Bursary towards their costs.